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- [koh-deen]
- /ˈkoʊ din/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [koh-deen]
- /ˈkoʊ din/
Definition of codeina word
- noun codeina a white, crystalline, slightly bitter alkaloid, C 18 H 21 NO 3 , obtained from opium, used in medicine chiefly as an analgesic or sedative and to inhibit coughing. 1
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Origin of codeina
First appearance:
before 1830 One of the 36% newest English words
1830-40; < Greek kṓde(ia) head, poppy-head + -ine2
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Parts of speech for Codeina
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codeina popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
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